Florist & Wholesaler Information

Holly - Store at a constant 35 F ( 2 C) in waxed box with plastic insert that permits some air circulation - Ensure that it is not kept even briefly at freezing temperatures. Holly is quite sensitive to freezing. It will last 6-8 weeks in the box if handled properly.

When using in floral arrangements, Holly lasts longer when stems are kept in water

Grading Information

Evergreens and Cedar - Grading is typicaly done by weight - Boughs are 45cm to 70cm and Tips are 25cm to 40 cm

Holly - When grading, each box contains lengths ranging from 15cm to 60cm

Grower and Breeder Information

Evergreens and Cedar - Product should have rich green color with no dry tips - Boxes should be shipped in constant temperature of 35 F (2 C) with controlled humidity

Holly - Leaves should be firm and glossy and berries bright and firmly attached to stem, with very little dropping

Substitutes

No Substitutes has been proposed yet.

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